large-headed rice rat
The 'large-headed rice rat' refers to specific rodent species known for their distinctive head size, primarily found in Central and South America.
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Definition
C2Zoology
(technical)A rodent species with a notably large head, part of the genus Hylaeamys, primarily found in the Brazilian Atlantic Forest.
Example
- The large-headed rice rat is commonly studied for its unique cranial features.
- Researchers discovered the large-headed rice rat in the dense underbrush of the Atlantic Forest.
C1Ecology
(technical)A small mammal that inhabits wetland and marshy areas, often associated with rice fields due to its habitat preferences.
Example
- The large-headed rice rat thrives in the wetland ecosystems of Central and South America.
- Conservation efforts are in place to protect the habitat of the large-headed rice rat.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "large-headed rice rat":
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